Research Analyst/Trainee

We are looking for a talented junior Research Analyst or Trainee to join the small but mighty Patternmakers team to support our research and consultancy projects.

  • Join a friendly team committed to making a positive change in the culture, creative and community sectors

  • Flexible contract: Work from home (approximately 3 days per week) from anywhere in Australia

  • Learn on the job and get trained in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

We would love to meet an outstanding student or recent graduate with a friendly approach who is keen to get their teeth into challenging projects for government agencies, cultural institutions and charities.

Responsibilities and Duties

- What you will be doing -

You will be working closely with the research team to support the successful delivery of projects. Your jobs and responsibilities will include:

  • Undertake project-related tasks including transcribing interviews, entering & coding data and programming and testing surveys

  • Undertaking administrative tasks such as scheduling interviews, coordinating payments and general project administration

  • Assisting with business proposals and project reports, including proofing and formatting of Word documents & PowerPoint presentations, preparing graphs using Excel data and collating documents for publication

  • Analysing quantitative and qualitative data for client projects, and drafting reports

  • Supporting the research team including diary management, travel bookings, electronic filing and system management

  • Working with other team members and collaborating on key administration, content and communications tasks

  • Problem solving and troubleshooting miscellaneous issues as they arise.

The role is flexible and can be undertaken independently from your own home or workspace. The role includes regular client project meetings, research team meetings, as well as weekly Patternmakers team meetings.

Our clients are located across Australia and all meetings normally occur via videoconference. The role may occasionally involve overnight interstate travel (although this has reduced due to COVID-19 travel restrictions).

Qualifications and Skills

- What we are looking for -

  • Very strong analytical abilities – asking questions and identifying insights and solutions from information

  • Excellent communication skills and an ability to write and speak about complex topics in plain English

  • A friendly, positive, professional approach when dealing with clients and a can-do attitude when taking on a range of tasks

  • Highly organised with strong time management skills and the ability to work independently from home

  • Attention to detail and ability to check documents for errors and ensure accuracy and quality

  • An ability to multitask and work flexibly under tight timelines. This may include some work in early mornings or late nights to meet deadlines.

- Prior experience -

  • This is an entry level position and you do not need an extensive work history, though some experience in professional settings is desirable.

  • Working knowledge of the following systems is desirable; Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel), Survey Gizmo/Alchemer (or any survey software), MailChimp, Canva and Squarespace, but training will be provided.

  • You will have a Bachelor Degree (or soon be graduating), with a focus on either:
    - Business/commerce i.e. marketing, communications, market research, business analysis, etc
    - Social policy i.e. humanities, social sciences, social inquiry, etc.

  • You will have achieved very strong academic results in the past (either ATAR and/or University).

- Workspace and equipment -

If successful in gaining the role you would be employed on a Casual basis.

You will need your own workspace, laptop computer and internet connection.

You will also be required to maintain a quiet and safe workspace at home that complies with our OH&S working-from-home checklist.

You will be provided with an annual working-from-home allowance which can be used to cover costs of small items such as a laptop stand, ergonomic chair, headset etc.

Benefits and Perks

- What we offer -

We are offering the right candidate a six-month contract, with potential to extend or expand. The contract hours per week are negotiable, however we are anticipating from 15-25 hours per week, ideally spread across four or five days each week. Choose the hours that work for you - morning, noon or night – but availability for meetings during business hours (AEST) is important.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, plus superannuation and we provide the online software applications you require for your role.

We are a fully flexible, mobile team who work from home - and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you would like to apply for this role please upload your resume and a cover letter on au.indeed.com by 26 February 2021.

 
 
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Tandi Palmer Williams
Managing Director

Tandi is Founder and Managing Director of Patternmakers. She’s an arts research specialist and leader of the agency’s research projects.

 
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